Often times, examples from published research illustrate how constructs are operationalized (translated from ideas into measurable variables). Examples also show how conclusions are drawn about relationships between social networks and social support and health better.

As a result, this section highlights real-world applications of social networks and social support constructs in both an intervention and non-intervention study.

Non-Intervention

The first example is a cross-sectional study of social relationships and postpartum depression.